Favourite Links:
P.A.V.E. Professional Association of Vehicle Evaluators - Ontario's self regulatory association for vehicle appraisers of which I am a licensed member. Click here to see my page at the P.A.V.E. web site.
Insurance Related:
Silver Wheel Plan & Custom Wheel Plan - Antique and specialty car insurance from Lant & Co. Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Whetter Oaklin Insurance Inc. - Antique and collector car insurance for Ontario enthusiasts.
Zehr Classic Automobile Insurance - Antique and collector car insurance. They can also put regular coverage on modern collectibles such as new Cobra kit cars.
OPCF 19 and 19A Definitions - I have put together a brief definition of these two endorsements that are used when insuring an antique car. The two endorsements, while having a similar number, are very different so consider it required reading.
OPCF 19 or OPCF 19A - Another must read. This link goes to an industry article explaining to brokers why they should only have OPCF 19A endorsements applied to their clients vintage cars.
Classified Sites:
Vintage Car Connection Classifieds - Sell your classic car right here on the Vintage Car Connection web site!
britishcarlinks.com - My British car web directory and online classified site.
italiancarlinks.com - My Italian car web directory and online classified site.
snowmobilelinks.com - My snowmobile web directory and online classified site.
Collector Car Trader Online - Search all of the US Auto Trader sites with one click!
Hemmings Motor News - A "must visit" classified site for anyone looking for a vintage car or parts.
Legendary Motor Car Ltd. - Always a great selection of desirable cars at this world famous Halton Hills restoration shop. Home of Speed channel's "Dream Car Garage" television show.
Fossil Cars - Antique Autos - A good selection of antique cars at this online classified site.
Pre War Car - A great classified site for pre-war cars only. Even if you are not in the market there are some great articles and cars to look at here.
Restoration:
Back Street Heroes - Dedicated to the complete restoration of rare and collectable automobiles such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and Range Rover to name a few. Based in Mount Forest, Ontario.
Canada POR-15 - "Stop rust permanently with POR-15". I've used this product myself and can recommend it.
Collector Car Restoration - Antique Auto Restoration Videos and DVD's - "Step by step" high quality restoration instruction videos.
Eastwood - For All Your Auto Restoration Needs
- I have used Eastwood products and can recommend them.
Heritage Coach Trimming - High quality upholstery work from John Smyth. I have used and can recommend him personally!
John Stuart Power Brake - This company can remanufacture your vintage vacuum boosters, master & wheel cylinders, calipers, water pumps, steering gears, lever shocks and do custom stainless steel sleeving.
SMS Auto Fabrics - Some of my customers have had good success with this company in obtaining hard to find patterns. Give them a try if you think you are stuck.
Vintage Alloy - Custom running board step plates and accessories for vintage, classic and hot rod automobiles. Based locally in Cambridge, Ontario.
1918 Chevrolet Restoration Pages - Follow the extremely slow restoration of this car by myself - hopefully the internet will still be around when it's done!
Heritage Certificates:
British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Trace Certificate - If you own a British made car you may be able to get one of these great documents for your vehicle.
GM Canada Vintage Vehicles Services - Providing unique vehicle-specific production information for Canadian produced or Canadian sold GM vehicles. A great service!
Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust - Heritage certificates for your Jaguar.
Pontiac Historic Services - The source of historic information for Pontiac owners, restorers, collectors, enthusiasts and car buffs, who are looking for -specific- information on their Pontiac.
Hot Rods:
Canadian Rodder - By Canadians for Rodders everywhere. Follow their build of a '32 three window!
CdnRods.com - Canada's Hot Rod Classifieds with 100% Canadian content!
Oddball Kustoms - Very cool old school street rod rolling kits, using original steel bodies, available from this Markham rod builder. Lots more eye candy and services to look at on their website.
Automobile Transportation Services:
TFX International - Enclosed, dedicated, door to door transportation of your collector car both in town or across the continent. They are based in Toronto and I can recommend them personally!
Automobile Resource Sites:
AutoGuide.net - "The internet's largest automotive directory".
Canadian Classic Cars - Canadian specific vintage car resource and classified site.
CanadianDriver.com - Canada's online auto magazine.
Classic Car & Vintage Auto Registry - The Auto Facts Classic Car & Vintage Automobile Registry is North America's largest vintage and collectible automobile registry. All makes and models welcome. Historical data, classifieds and more!
The Old Car Manual Project - A great site which is scanning and making available complete manuals and brochures for vintage cars.
Ontario Year of Manufacture License Plate Program - Instructions on how to take advantage of this great initiative.
Vintage Tire Size Conversion Chart - A handy chart to help you determine the correct modern tire size for your antique car.
Car Clubs:
Canadian Service Station Memorabilia Association - An organization for those interested in collecting, preserving and studying the history or memorabilia related to the Canadian Petroleum/Service Station Industry.
The Classic Ford Truck Club - Based in Arthur, Ontario but open to all Ford truck enthusiasts. Organizers of the Ford & Mercury Truck Nationals.
Durham Eastenders British Car Club - Open to all British marques.
Georgian Bay British Car Club - For enthusiasts in the Collingwood and Georgian Triangle area including Barrie and Owen Sound.
Golden Horseshoe Mustang Association - Canadian Mustang club for classic Mustangs & Shelby's.
The Historical Automobile Society of Canada - Devoted to the collection, restoration and operation of antique, classic and special interest automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, etc., and the preservation of related materials.
Mercedes-Benz Club of Canada - A very nice site devoted to all Mercedes-Benz automobiles. If you have one you should be a member!
MG Car Club of Toronto - Serving members in Toronto and surrounding areas.
Rat Rodz Ontario - "We are for all types of Rat Rodz, Hardcore HotRods, Homebuilts, Primered, Traditional HotRods, Freak Machines, Low Riders, Unique Creations, Punk Rodz, Zombie Rodz, Motor Bikes, etc.."
Toronto Triumph Club - Organizers of British Car Day every September.
VARAC - Vintage Automobile Racing Association of Canada - "To preserve, restore and race historically significant cars in a form as close to the original specification as possible."
Wasaga Beach Cruisers - Organizers of the Annual Wasaga Beach Fun Run every June and bi-weekly cruise nights throughout the summer.
Publications:
Old Autos - A Canadian newspaper for the enthusiast. If you are reading these links you should have a subscription!
Events:
Moparfest - Canada's largest all Mopar event.
Charity Car Raffles:
Coping Bereavement Support Groups of Ontario, Inc. - They are giving away a 2008 Corvette October 25th, 2008.
Delhi Knights of Columbus Car Raffle - They are giving away a 1967 Mustang GTA on May 1st, 2008.
Lucan Biddulph Recreation Committee Classic Car Draw - Your chance at a 1955 Ford Thunderbird on December 26th, 2008.
North Oshawa Lions Club Classic Car Draw - They are giving away a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro August 24th, 2008.
Optimist Club of New Hamburg Draw - They are giving away a 1971 Dodge Super Bee on August 17th, 2008.
Rotary Club of Chatham - Mustang Car Raffle - They are giving away a 1965 convertible on March 26th, 2008. (ended)
Rotary Club of Fenelon Falls Car Draw - They are giving away a 1970 Dodge Challenger on December 29th, 2008.
St. Thomas Lions Club Car Raffle - They are giving away a 1968 Chevy II on June 15th, 2008.
Stayner Lions Club 38th Annual Truck Draw - They are giving away a Big Block 1971Chevrolet Cheyenne Pick-up July 5th, 2008.
Other Useful Sites:
Serial Number Decoding/Body Tag Decoding - A service I am offering online to enthusiasts everywhere for a nominal fee. Find out some interesting info on your own car or confirm something a car's seller is telling you.
AADCO Automotive - If you need any late model car parts visit my friends at AADCO. If they don't have it they can get it!
Car-Part.com - Search scrap yards across North America with one click. Many vintage parts still available!
Classic Auto Roadside Service - A roadside assistance program that caters exclusively to collector cars with guaranteed flatbed towing.
eBay
- A great site for finding old car parts. If I can find things for
my 1918 Chevy there you can find parts for your car, too!
Eric's License Plates - Ontario License Plates - License plates for sale and wanted.
Show and Shines & Cruise Nights ( 2008 season):
Barrie - Every Saturday night - 7pm to 9pm - Burger King, 320 Bayfield St. North - May 24th to September 20th - Sponsored by the Barrie Street Rods and Burger King.
Barrie - Every Wednesday night - 6pm to dusk - Kozlou Mall Bayfield Street- May 21st to September 3rd - Sponsored by the Barrie Thunder Classics.
Meaford - Every Tuesday night - 7pm to 9pm - Meaford Harbour - June 3rd to September 9th.
Orangeville - Every Wednesday - 6:30 'till dusk - Canadian Tire parking lot, Fairgrounds Shopping Centre - May 21th to September 3rd - Sponsored by the Road Hazards Car Club.
Wasaga Beach - Every Monday night - 6pm to 9pm - Wal-Mart parking lot - Stonebridge Plaza - May 12th to September 15th - Sponsored by the Wasaga Cruisers.
Non-Automotive Sites:
Amberwood Doors - Custom designed and handcrafted high quality wood doors. I can recommend this company personally!
Online Survey Services - Dedicated online surveys for your business, web site consulting and Google AdWords set-up and training.
Fieldstone Windows - Window sales and installation. Serving the Greater Toronto Area from Stouffville Ontario. Give Ken a call if you need his services!
Langa.com - Sign up to Fred Langa's very helpful
computer newsletter.
The Neighbourhood - Your Grey/Bruce Neighbourhood based information network.
Simpson Auctions - Antique and collectible auctions and appraisals in Creemore, Ontario.
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